4 Whale Watching Cruises off Phillip Island to Build a Day Around

1.Phillip Island Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · from $125Our pick

Join Wildlife Coast Cruises at 8:30 am in Rhyll for a four-hour search for humpback and southern right whales. Your captain provides live commentary as you pass Seal Rocks and Cape Woolamai, with morning tea included. Dolphins, fur seals, seabirds, and little penguins add plenty of wildlife even when whales stay distant.

“The cruise was fantastic. The crew were very friendly with a sense of humour and take good care of the visitors which made the whole experience much more enjoyable! We were lucky enough to see whales and fur seals. The crew even hRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Dolphin and Whale Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 48 reviews · 3 hours · from $95Best value

Set out from Phillip Island for a three-hour winter wildlife cruise past Cape Woolamai and the southern coast. An expert whale spotter and captain guide your search for humpback whales, southern right whales, dolphins, seals, and wandering albatrosses, with tea, coffee, and cake served onboard.

“The entire experience was wonderful, the crew were all so friendly and kind. You can really tell how passionate they are about the animals. We saw 5 whales and loads of dolphins. I highly recommend!”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Dolphin & Whale Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $96

Set out from San Remo Jetty at 1 pm for a three-hour wildlife cruise toward Cape Woolamai and Phillip Island. Look for migrating humpback and southern right whales, dolphins, seals, and albatross while enjoying tea, coffee, afternoon tea, and live onboard commentary.

“The water was choppy with ocean waves, dipping here rising there, it was the sensation of a never ending roller coaster. The sms warned us to prepare for possible seasickness - glad we followed the advice! Our little group was fine. We saw Read more”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Whale Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 4 hours · from $126

Set out from Rhyll for a four-hour winter cruise around Phillip Island. Watch for humpback and southern right whales, dolphins, and Australian Fur Seals at Seal Rocks while the captain and crew explain the wildlife and local history. Tea, coffee, and cake are included.

“Crew were very engaging. Captain made sure we all had very good trip. And we saw a whale.”

Check availability →Read our full review